Luxury 5 bedroom Villa for sale in Sandy Lane, Saint James

7,200,000 USD 6,696,000 EUR 5,688,000 GBP

Reference: 245848

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 6
Floor Size: 791 m2
Plot Size: 0.61 hectares / 1.5 acres

Features

Balcony
Terrace
Garden
Private Pool
Gym
Air Conditioning
Wheelchair Accessible
Pool View
Parking

Details

Absolutely exceptional 5 bedroom luxury villa nestling in 1.5 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens with expansive pool, ideally located in the heart of the exclusive Sandy Lane Estate, St. James on the west coast of Barbados.

Situated about 5 minutes from Sunset Crest and Holetown and about 45 minutes from the airport. This stunning villa is suitable for families or a group of friends looking for a private retreat. It is spacious, with modern facilities and complimentary wifi.

The main living area is open plan, with French doors extending the length of the room which, when open to the spacious covered veranda, creates an expansive space for combined indoor/outdoor entertaining. Steps from the main veranda lead out to the garden and pool via a Lotus and Koi water feature.

The media room is air-conditioned and features a multimedia 50 Smart TV with surround sound, two comfortable sofas and a desk.

There are two dining areas that each comfortably seat 10. Indoor, the formal dining room is supported by a serving area that contains a sink, ice machine, small fridge and i

Pod dock/entertainment system. The outdoor dining gazebo, accessed via a short covered walkway, features a circular coral stone dining table and views of the beautifully landscaped gardens.

The kitchen has ceiling fans and is fully equipped with professional equipment, marble finishes and a breakfast bar. Adjacent to the kitchen is a laundry area and staff facilities. A large coral stone deck surrounds the pool area and features comfortable sun living roomrs and umbrellas along with table and chairs.

The pool house encompasses a covered bar area, barbecue and bathroom facilities including a shower.

The ground floor is all on one level, making it suitable for wheelchairs or guests with limited mobility. The perfect choice for families or groups of friends, It has five bedroom suites across two storeys - three bedrooms upstairs and two on the ground floor.

The stunning Master Suite on the upper floor features a study, large air-conditioned bedroom with king size bed, full length patio accessible through French doors, walk in wardrobe and bathroom with a double vanity, tub and shower set in floor-to-ceiling marble. Two other bedroom suites are located upstairs - one bedroom opens out through French doors to a private patio overlooking the garden and pool, while the other has views of the courtyard area.

On the ground floor the garden bedroom suite has French doors to a private patio with direct access to the gardens and pool deck.

The gym is air-conditioned and fully equipped with professional standard equipment including cardio and weight machines.

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Barbados Property Buying Guide

1. Registering with a Barbadian Lawyer and the Central Bank of Barbados.

In order to purchase a property in Barbados you will require a registered Barbadian lawyer, their fees will be around 1.5 to 2% of the purchase price (+15% VAT). The buying process will generally take around 3 months. There are not generally any restrictions on ownership by foreigners, except for a formality that, if you are a non-resident, the Barbados Central bank must you give you permission before you may purchase a property. If you fail to gain this permission your purchase will be void. It is required by the Central Bank of Barbados that all money that is brought into the country must be registered. This can be best be handled by your Barbadian lawyer.

2. Signing the Purchase Agreement and Paying the deposit

Your lawyer will be charged with the conveyance of the title, the recording of the deeds and registering the survey plans with the Land Registry. Before you sign the Purchase Agreement and pay the 10% deposit, they will also check the agreement which will have been drawn up by the vendors lawyers. The Purchase Agreement will then be signed by the vendor and the deposit will be held by the vendor’s lawyers. The deposit will be forfeited if at any point after this you decide not to go through with the purchase.

3. The Conveyance

The register search will be carried out by your by your lawyer in order to establish whether the property or land is free from charges or any encumbrances and to establish the title. The conveyance will be drawn up by the sellers lawyer and will be checked by your lawyer. Once these checks have been made you will sign the conveyance and the balance of the funds will be paid. Once you have signed the conveyance it will go back to the venor’s solicitor to be signed by the vendor. Your part of the sale is now complete, all that is left is for the vendor to pay the stamp duty and to transfer the taxes.

4. General Information on Property Ownership in Barbados

Property can be owned in various ways in Barbados. In the name of an individual, through a trust or other entity, or through a foreign or local company. It is not unusual for non-Barbadians to purchase properties through newly formed offshore companies which are outside Barbados, but are registered to do business in Barbados.